Australian workers back Bowen Basin coalmine struggle: ACTU - 17 May 2012
Bowen Basin coalmine workers have welcomed the support of Australia's trade unions after an ACTU resolution today backed on-going action to maintain safety and conditions at BHP's Bowen Basin mines. [read more] Nasser's dig at Australian laws shows arrogance of Big Mining - 17 May 2012
BHP Billiton Chairman Jac Nasser's dig at Australian tax and industrial laws today demonstrates the arrogance of the big mining companies operating here, said CFMEU National President Tony Maher. [read more] Dave Oliver elected new ACTU Secretary; pledges to renew fight for workers? rights and secure jobs - 15 May 2012
Dave Oliver has been elected as the new ACTU Secretary at the union movement?s Congress in Sydney today. Mr Oliver was elected unopposed to replace Jeff Lawrence, who did not seek re-nomination after five years in the positio... [read more] Union says Bowen Basin workers denied enterprise vote - ABC News Online - 15 May 2012
By Megan Hendry Concerns have been raised about the accuracy of a postal vote on a new employment agreement for workers in central Queensland's Bowen Basin. [read more] Time for a 'millionaires' tax' to ensure the wealthiest Australians pay their fair share - 12 May 2012
Reforms to make the wealthiest Australians pay their fair share of tax must be stepped up, including the introduction of a new ?millionaires? tax.". [read more]

Tasmanian Industry Crisis
The native hardwood timber industry in Tasmania is in chaos and an industry restructure is inevitable. The Union is working to make sure that the restructure is conducted in a way which guarantees protection and a just tran... [read more]
Jeld-Wen Dispute 2011
Several hundred CFMEU members in four states are in a dispute with US door and window manufacturer Jeld-Wen, as the company attempts to cut their real wages. [read more]
Fight for our Forests - SA District
The CFMEU has described the recent announcement by South Australian Treasurer Jack Snelling of conditions to protect the industry as a result of the proposed forestry forward sale as a positive outcome. [read more]
Anti Dumping Campaign
The CFMEU FFPD has joined with other Unions to launch a concerted campaign to force the Federal Government to overturn a decision to allow millions of rolls of toilet paper to be 'dumped' on the Australian market, threatening... [read more]
Pulp Mill Proposal in Tasmania
At last year’s Tasmanian state election, the Labor government and the Liberal opposition both went to the polls supporting Gunns’ Tamar Valley Pulp Mill, proposed for the state’s north. Together the parties attracted nearly 8... [read more]